Aubergine Solutions Pvt. Ltd.

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UX Design & Engineering

We are experts at crafting digital experiences of the web, mobile and enterprise applications. In just 6 years we have crafted 100+ products (B2B + B2C) in numerous domains.

We come with a curious mind, simplify the information for its users and make products that leave a positive impact. We provide user experience design (UI/UX) and software engineering (development) services all over the world.

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They’re developing a SaaS platform that connects enterprises for collaborations and partnerships. The team built out the front- and backends, did UI/UX design, and deployed the platform on AWS and Google Cloud.

The Reviewer

1-10 Employees

United States

Head of Engineering, Pronto Technology

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the reviewer

Head of Engineering, Pronto Technology

Computer Software

1-10 Employees

United States

Phone Interview

A Clutch analyst personally interviewed this client over the phone.

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5.0

Quality:

4.5

Schedule:

4.0

Cost:

5.0

Willing to refer:

5.0

the review

“They’re very forthcoming in communication and always make sure that they put out the best quality product.”

Oct 29, 2019

The Review

Feedback summary:

Aubergine Solutions Pvt. Ltd.’s work has garnered positive feedback from users, who enjoy the intuitive UI. Solution-oriented and engaging, the team takes ownership of their work and treats the product as if it’s their own. They’re flexible to changing requirements and handle issues proactively.

the review

A Clutch analyst personally interviewed this client over the phone. Below is an edited transcript.

BACKGROUND

Introduce your business and what you do there.

I’m the head of engineering at Pronto Technology, a SaaS company that brings multiple enterprises together and allow them to collaborate on joint projects and partnerships. It’s a 100% cloud solution.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

What challenge were you trying to address with Aubergine Solutions Pvt. Ltd.?

We’re a new startup and wanted to find a company that could help us build our platform.

SOLUTION

What was the scope of their involvement?

Aubergine Solutions Pvt. Ltd. started with a very small project. We really liked the quality of work that they put out, so we went from a one-person team to about 15 people now. They’re developing the entire platform. We initially had them developing the frontend, and then we had them develop the backend.

Aubergine Solutions Pvt. Ltd. also designed the UX and did everything from UX mockups to a high-fidelity UX design. They published their designs in Zeplin and then converted them into the UI using Vue.js. They added all of the interactivity to it. They then wired it up to the backend, which is all Python. The platform is deployed on AWS and Google Cloud.

The feature set currently allows 11 companies to register on our platform and invite other companies they’re partnering with. They can invite users from the other company to collaborate with these people in real-time. They can share documents and agreements, electronically sign documents back and forth, and kick-start projects. Users can also track the project’s progress, find metrics, and discover who’s involved in the project. The platform oversees the project from onboarding to completion.

What is the team composition?

There are about 15 people.

How did you come to work with Aubergine Solutions Pvt. Ltd.?

We did an online search and interviewed a few companies. We chose Aubergine Solutions Pvt. Ltd. because they are the only ones that stood out in terms of the quality of the work and support that they provide.

How much have you invested with them?

My company has spent $100,000.

What is the status of this engagement?

We started working together in October 2018, and the work is ongoing.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

What evidence can you share that demonstrates the impact of the engagement?

Customers have said that the UX is awesome and that the UI is very intuitive. All of the feedback has been that it’s a great quality product for a startup; our platform looks like it belongs to a big company. Users don’t have a big learning curve to get on the platform, which is quick and responsive.

How did Aubergine Solutions Pvt. Ltd. perform from a project management standpoint?

We have a plan in place and follow the agile methodology. We have weekly sprints and strive to meet weekly goals. Deadlines have been met 90% of the time, and the times we’ve had to move things around was not because of them, but instead because we kept changing the requirements. Being a startup, feedback from our customers causes our requirements to change at times. Aubergine Solutions Pvt. Ltd. always delivers what we ask them to. They’ve been accommodating when we want to change something that’s already been built out.

They’re very forthcoming in communication and always make sure that they put out the best quality product. We like that they want to build a solution rather than just do what they're told. They take ownership of the whole thing. They’re not hesitant to pushback when we’re doing things that could be done in a better way. They also recommend better technologies.

What did you find most impressive about them?

It feels like they’re building the product for themselves. They’re very engaged. Whenever something breaks or doesn’t go as planned, they’re the first people to say that things aren’t working as expected. They give us feedback and are proactive about monitoring the system to see if there are failures.

Are there any areas they could improve?

No, I’m happy with everything.

Do you have any advice for potential customers?

They’re really responsible. Provide the right number of requirements upfront and tell them what it is that you really want. Overcommunicating is better.

5.0

Overall Score

4.0Scheduling

ON TIME / DEADLINES

Most of the time, the deadlines can’t be set in stone, but that's because of us.

Aubergine Solutions designed the UX for an Android app that presents a platform and marketplace for digital courses based on TestPrep books. They focused on user-friendliness and helped with product strategy.

The Reviewer

11-50 Employees

Ahmedabad, India

Abhilash Sonwane

CEO, Pedagogy.Study

Verified

the reviewer

CEO, Pedagogy.Study

Abhilash Sonwane

E-Learning

11-50 Employees

Ahmedabad, India

Phone Interview

A Clutch analyst personally interviewed this client over the phone.

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5.0

Quality:

5.0

Schedule:

5.0

Cost:

5.0

Willing to refer:

5.0

the review

"Aubergine Solutions delivers what they’re tasked to do really well."

Jul 19, 2019

The Review

Feedback summary:

The app has five-star reviews and loads of praise for its UI/UX, though features are still being added. Augbergine Solutions’ openness to feedback, guidance, and implementable ideas were of tremendous help, which is why they’re still a partner for the web app’s development.

the review

A Clutch analyst personally interviewed this client over the phone. Below is an edited transcript.

BACKGROUND

Introduce your business and what you do there.

I’m the CEO and co-founder of Pedagogy.Study, a company that runs a platform and marketplace for TestPrep books, digital courses, and Test Series from publishers and educational institutes.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

What challenge were you trying to address with Aubergine Solutions?

We wanted to build a user-friendly mobile app for our users that are preparing for various entrance exams.

SOLUTION

What was the scope of their involvement?

Aubergine Solutions designed the UI/UX for the Android app, which allows students to register by scanning a unique QR activation code that’s placed on the front page of their TestPrep books. That code then allows them to view the book within the app. Students can read, practice, and generate online tests as well as review flashcards if they’re part of the course. The app also has some social features, allowing users to share their performance.

What is the team composition?

I mainly worked with Bhakti (Co-Founder and Chief Design Officer, Aubergine Solutions), but I think there were a couple of other designers on the team.

How did you come to work with Aubergine Solutions?

We were searching for UI/UX designers that could help us with the project and one of my co-founders found them online. We got in touch, looked at their portfolio, and did an initial proof-of-concept project with them. We loved Aubergine Solutions’ work and decided to take on the whole engagement with them.

What is the status of this engagement?

We started working with Aubergine Solutions in mid-2018, and the project is ongoing. We’ve developed the Android app, but are still adding features. We’ve also tasked them with the design of our web app.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

What evidence can you share that demonstrates the impact of the engagement?

The best feedback is all the five-star reviews we’ve gotten for the app on the Play Store. Users like the features and concept, but a lot of them have explicitly expressed that they love the UI/UX of the app without being asked. Overall, the feedback has been pretty overwhelming.

How did Aubergine Solutions perform from a project management standpoint?

They were exemplary in this regard, especially Bhakti. We’re more of an engineering organization, so UI/UX, although necessary for us, is not something we’re qualified in. Bhakti guides and pushes us to make hard decisions and to think differently. Aubergine Solutions delivers what they’re tasked to do really well, and are open to feedback.

What did you find most impressive about them?

Aubergine Solutions’ job was designing the UI/UX of the product but they got involved in the product’s conceptualization as well, which I really loved. They delved into the product strategy and gave us some great ideas during our brainstorming sessions. Bhakti encouraged meetings and made sure each one was productive.

Are there any areas they could improve?

It’s hard to think of something for them to improve.

Do you have any advice for future clients of theirs?

I advise clients to trust Aubergine Solutions’ judgment in terms of UI/UX. We had our own views and relied on them for the UI/UX decisions. After we went to market, I remember having discussions where we gave them some pushback. Aubergine basically guided us and explained how things should be. We followed their guidance have seen that users have behaved exactly the way they predicted they would.

Aubergine Solutions assists with UI/UX design on numerous digital products. The team has worked on web and mobile applications. The engagement is ongoing.

The Reviewer

1-10 Employees

Omaha, Nebraska

Sourabh Chakraborty

Product Manager, Proto Banao

Verified

the reviewer

Product Manager, Proto Banao

Sourabh Chakraborty

IT Services

1-10 Employees

Omaha, Nebraska

Phone Interview

A Clutch analyst personally interviewed this client over the phone.

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5.0

Quality:

5.0

Schedule:

5.0

Cost:

5.0

Willing to refer:

5.0

the review

"Our team members love their design work."

Mar 04, 2019

The Review

Feedback summary:

Internal and external feedback has been positive regarding the simplicity look of Aubergine Solutions’ design work. Their organization supplemented their professional management style. Their experience in design and development spurred continued engagement.

the review

A Clutch analyst personally interviewed this client over the phone. Below is an edited transcript.

BACKGROUND

Introduce your business and what you do there.

I’m a product manager at Proto Banao, a technology consultancy.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

What challenge were you trying to address with Aubergine Solutions Pvt. Ltd.?

We were starting to develop a product with minimal design work completed. Our team was focused on the technology side and needed a team of designers to help with the UI/UX design.

SOLUTION

What was the scope of their involvement?

With the initial product, we had a few designs made in a sketch file. Their team looked at those, but the designs evolved from that point. The product was functional when we brought their team on board. We started another project with them entirely from scratch.

We’re working with Aubergine Solutions on three different projects now. Our primary focus is on web apps, but we’ve had one mobile app developed in both iOS and Android. We may bring their team on board for development help.

What is the team composition?

We work with around four people. There’s a primary designer that brings on additional people as needed.

How did you come to work with Aubergine Solutions Pvt. Ltd.?

We found Aubergine Solutions through Upwork. After interviewing 12-14 design firms, we narrowed it down to two and assigned them a design task. We were impressed by Aubergine Solutions’ process and the questions they asked.

How much have you invested with them?

We’ve spent over $25,000.

What is the status of this engagement?

We started working with Aubergine Solutions in July 2018, and the work is ongoing.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

What evidence can you share that demonstrates the impact of the engagement?

Aubergine Solutions delivered more help than we thought we needed. Our team members love their design work. Whenever our developers have questions, they can reach out to the designer directly. We’ve received positive feedback from clients of the app we built. They love the simplicity and straightforwardness of the platform.

How did Aubergine Solutions Pvt. Ltd. perform from a project management standpoint?

They have an excellent project management process. Their team is well-organized. We’ve adopted specific techniques they do into our process. We communicate through Slack and Google Hangouts. We're delighted with Aubergine Solutions.

What did you find most impressive about them?

Aubergine Solutions has a combination of skills and experience. Their design work is beautiful. Their expertise with B2B apps helps us quite a bit. With a lot of the problems we face, we could see examples of their previous work and draw from those.

After developing a thorough understanding of the project and establishing a plan, Aubergine Solutions Pvt. Ltd. created high-fidelity design mockups of a complex web application for visual data.

The Reviewer

11-50 Employees

San Diego, California

Product Developer, Software Company

Verified

the reviewer

Product Developer, Software Company

Information Technology & Services

11-50 Employees

San Diego, California

Online Review

The client submitted this review online.

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4.5

Quality:

4.5

Schedule:

4.5

Cost:

4.5

Willing to refer:

5.0

the review

“They delivered a quality design and gave us some tools to improve our internal skill set as we move forward.”

Jan 04, 2019

The Review

Feedback summary:

The Aubergine Solutions Pvt. Ltd. team’s designs have received largely positive feedback. The team was high communicative, responsive, and involved, despite the time difference. They were very responsible, providing honest estimates and managing expectations transparently.

the review

I’m a product developer at an analytics software company. I’m responsible for designing and developing products for our clients.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

For what projects/services did your company hire Aubergine Solutions Pvt. Ltd.?

Internally, were a bit short in terms of UX/UI resources. We were looking for an outside vendor to provide design components for a complex web app with heavy data visualization elements.

What were your goals for this project?

We needed high-fidelity design mockups to use to gather feedback from potential and existing customers and to share with developers.

SOLUTION

How did you select this vendor?

We considered over 50 vendors located all over the globe, but we only contacted about ten of them and requested price estimates from five. Ultimately, we chose Aubergine Solutions Pvt. Ltd. for the quality of their past work, their experience in our field, and their overall value offering.

Describe the project in detail.

We had multiple weekly meetings with their team to help them understand the industry and the problem we were looking to solve. They asked a lot of questions and documented all of the information. After they had a good grasp of our vision, they started working. The team followed a well-defined process that included zone-flow diagrams, low-fidelity sketches, and visual designs, culminating in high-fidelity mockups and a set of development specifications.

What was the team composition?

We primarily interacted with the project lead, but there were at least two other UX/UI designers involved.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

Can you share any outcomes from the project that demonstrate progress or success?

So far, feedback from customers on the mockups has been very positive. Working with Aubergine Solutions Pvt. Ltd. on this project has provided our team with experience that we can apply to several other products that we’re working on.

How effective was the workflow between your team and theirs?

Despite being located in different time zones, we communicated frequently and openly. Their team established a strict schedule and delivered everything on time. They were honest about their capabilities and their progress, setting realistic expectations and helping us manage our needs.

What did you find most impressive about this company?

They’re very detail-oriented and suggest great ideas to improve our product. Our meetings often transitioned into brainstorming sessions, where their staff displayed their refined industry experience and knowledge.

Are there any areas for improvement?

All projects can be done quicker, but we’re happy with their team’s process overall. They delivered a quality design and gave us some tools to improve our internal skill set as we move forward.

Aubergine Solutions Pvt. Ltd. used Python, Angular 2, Django, and PostgreSQL to design and develop the frontend and backend of an interactive platform. It is integrated with Instagram and Facebook APIs.

The Reviewer

London, UK

CTO, Marketing AI

Verified

the reviewer

CTO, Marketing AI

Marketing

London, UK

Phone Interview

A Clutch analyst personally interviewed this client over the phone.

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5.0

Quality:

4.5

Schedule:

5.0

Cost:

5.0

Willing to refer:

5.0

the review

“We work so closely together that Aubergine Solutions Pvt. Ltd. is like a part of our team.”

Nov 15, 2018

The Review

Feedback summary:

Aubergine Solutions Pvt. Ltd. maintained flawless communication and facilitated a seamless collaboration with the in-house team. They went above and beyond to deliver results and ensure client satisfaction. The team offers excellent project management support.

the review

A Clutch analyst personally interviewed this client over the phone. Below is an edited transcript.

BACKGROUND

Introduce your business and what you do there.

Creative AI started two years ago and are still relatively small. Our primary mission is to offer every business the power of a dedicated marketing team. At the moment, we’re mainly focused on helping small and medium-sized businesses or marketing teams by providing them with content inspiration.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

What challenge were you trying to address with Aubergine Solutions Pvt. Ltd.?

We needed to implement some new ideas into our platform. Our biggest challenge was finding the right team to help us with design and development.

SOLUTION

What was the scope of their involvement?

Aubergine Solutions Pvt. Ltd. designed and developed our entire interactive platform. We’re continuously working together. They mainly focused on frontend and backend development. We also work in-depth with Facebook and Instagram APIs. The project entailed extensive database work.

We used Python for the backend, Angular 2 for the frontend, a Django framework, and a PostgreSQL database. The entire platform is hosted on AWS. Aubergine Solutions Pvt. Ltd. helped me to understand some of these technologies.

What is the team composition?

We have a dedicated team lead. Aubergine Solutions Pvt. Ltd is very flexible about assigning the number of developers we need at any time.

How did you come to work with Aubergine Solutions Pvt. Ltd.?

My co-founder had worked with Aubergine Solutions before and referred them to me. We didn’t consider any other companies.

How much have you invested with them?

We’ve spent $100,000-$200,000.

What is the status of this engagement?

We started working together in April 2017, and our engagement is ongoing.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

What evidence can you share that demonstrates the impact of the engagement?

We have feedback sessions from time to time to find ways to improve some of the points.

How did Aubergine Solutions Pvt. Ltd. perform from a project management standpoint?

We work so closely together that Aubergine Solutions Pvt. Ltd. is like a part of our team. The team lead makes sure everything is done on time, and the work is being spread around to other developers. We have daily SCRUM calls about all the updates.

Communication is perfect. I can message the project lead or any of the developers at any time. The ideas come from our side. We share responsibility for project management, and they’re very helpful.

What did you find most impressive about them?

Our level of communication is impressive, especially since we’re located so far apart from each other. Aubergine Solutions Pvt. Ltd. is very flexible about the work we do. They make all the changes we need at any point during the product development cycle.

Are there any areas they could improve?

No.

5.0

Overall ScoreWe’re really happy. The best proof of success is that we continue to work with them.

5.0Scheduling

ON TIME / DEADLINES

There were no problems at all. They were flexible about working overtime and offering additional help to meeting our needs and deliver on time.

5.0Cost

Value / within estimates

Their prices are very different from the going rate in London.

4.5Quality

Service & deliverables

They met our expectations. They could have done slightly better at times, but I’m a perfectionist. We addressed concerns during feedback sessions.

5.0NPS

Willing to refer

I tell everyone how efficient it is to work with Aubergine Solutions Pvt. Ltd. I would definitely recommend them.

the review

Oct 11, 2018

The Review

Feedback summary:

Adopting an approachable stance, Aubergine has fostered an atmosphere of trust and developed a keen understanding of unusual design requirements. They’re able to articulate difficult concepts and deliver what is requested, while also contributing original ideas garnered from industry observation.

the review

A Clutch analyst personally interviewed this client over the phone. Below is an edited transcript.

BACKGROUND

Introduce your business and what you do there.

I’m the CEO of ClickmyBrain. We offer a digital innovation platform for mid-sized business that’s designed to facilitate their growth at every level. It also brings them in contact with high-end people in different fields, including our verified IT partners.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

What challenge were you trying to address with Aubergine Solutions?

We were looking for both full-stack development and UX/UI design services to build our platform.

SOLUTION

What was the scope of their involvement?

Aubergine started by diving into the details and creating a scalable architecture that accounted for potential roadblocks. From a technical perspective, they used Angular on the frontend and Node.js on the backend. We have a PostgreSQL database, in addition to other open-source web technologies.

While the platform works in an agile manner, it also features a portfolio-management approach for clients that want to build their own roadmaps. Beyond being a piece of software, it’s also a community building tool.

What is the team composition?

We have a project manager on the UX/UI side and a dedicated development team, which has a lead that organizes all our sprints.

How did you come to work with Aubergine Solutions?

We were looking for an IT partner that could provide both development and web/UX design; we wanted the best of both worlds. I looked at many companies on Clutch and settled on Aubergine and one other. We ended up choosing Aubergine because of the work they’d done for other clients and the effort they spent on making their mark in the industry.

Our first contact was swift and comfortable, and I liked how they had strong opinions on certain issues. They challenged us in a positive way and wanted to be a part of our team.

How much have you invested with them?

The total cost will be around $70,000.

What is the status of this engagement?

We’ve been working together since February 2018. Our first release is planned for December 15th, so we’re going to begin testing in a few weeks.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

What evidence can you share that demonstrates the impact of the engagement?

Design hinges on communicating and expressing what you want to achieve, and we’ve built a trust with Aubergine that allows us to do that. We wanted to use abstract shapes poetically to describe all kinds of emotions, and Aubergine fully grasped this. They have tremendous social intelligence, which helps them understand our thoughts, ideas, and feelings.

How did Aubergine Solutions perform from a project management standpoint?

They’re transparent and professional. We receive all sorts of metrics about what they’re doing on a constant basis, including hours breakdowns between senior, medium, and junior resources. We have daily meetings to discuss project specifics and any challenges they’re facing. If a particular task is going to extra time to complete, they always make us aware.

What did you find most impressive about them?

They reach out and relate to us, which allowed them to absorb our ideas about how we wanted to design the product. We were looking for a completely original design, and they were great in helping us develop it. However, they didn’t do exactly what we wanted. Instead, they challenged us and experimented, which made them a true part of our team.

I love the technologies they use, including Elastic Search, and they’re constantly progressing to new ones. This ability to stay hungry and continue innovating makes them a valuable long-term partner. Finally, their CTO has shown a desire to learn and be inspired by things happening all over the world.

Are there any areas they could improve?

They’re going to need to continue to find the correct people to keep their quality up. This may be difficult, with their being a little south of the IT center in Ahmedabad, so they ought to open a second base somewhere with more IT leads.

As they grow, they need to ensure they’re putting quality above quantity. This is their hallmark now, but they might lose it if they grow too fast.

Do you have any advice for future clients of theirs?

Clients shouldn’t hesitate to contact Aubergine and communicate new ideas. Though it can be intimidating to work with a company that’s far away, it’s important to not hold back a second or third agenda.

Aubergine Solutions provided mobile application design and development services, working on a solution to engage a company’s users. It includes a queue management system and an integrated database.

The Reviewer

1-10 Employees

Ahmedabad, India

Kirtan Padia

Marketing Director, Octavius Pharma Pvt. Ltd.

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the reviewer

Marketing Director, Octavius Pharma Pvt. Ltd.

Kirtan Padia

Pharmaceuticals

1-10 Employees

Ahmedabad, India

Phone Interview

A Clutch analyst personally interviewed this client over the phone.

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5.0

Quality:

5.0

Schedule:

4.5

Cost:

5.0

Willing to refer:

5.0

the review

"The end-users of our application are pretty happy with it."

Aug 28, 2018

The Review

Feedback summary:

The completed app has been well received and its numbers are increasing on the basis of its users' positive comments. The team managed the project smoothly and addressed any issues quickly and professionally, combining their design and development expertize flawlessly.

the review

A Clutch analyst personally interviewed this client over the phone. Below is an edited transcript.

BACKGROUND

Introduce your business and what you do there.

Pharma Pvt. Ltd. is a pharmaceutical manufacturer and marketing company. We market our products across India, and globally.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

What challenge were you trying to address with Aubergine Solutions?

We were looking for some marketing tools to promote to our physician market. They helped us design an app solution to differentiate us from other pharmaceutical companies.

SOLUTION

What was the scope of their involvement?

They built a marketing tool that would help engage with doctors inside their clinics. We started by building a mobile solution, which requires a permanent internet connection. As we grow our userbase, we also plan to build a desktop version.

We were starting from scratch, so our marketing team came up with ideas and Aubergine did too. In the past, they had built a restaurant queue management solution for web students, and we took inspiration from that.

We asked Aubergine to customize the solution they’d created previously, in order to make a new app for us. It has additional features to give easy access to our products, as well as allowing management of patient databases and histories. There are also daily, weekly, or monthly connection options, which enable doctors to be more engaged with both their patients and our brand.

What is the team composition?

We dealt with 3–4 of their members, with one of them on a regular basis.

How did you come to work with Aubergine Solutions?

We met them at a networking event, while we were looking for some app developers. We then had a formal meeting at our office, reviewed their work, and started the collaboration.

How much have you invested with them?

The cost of the project has been around $10,000.

What is the status of this engagement?

We started working with them at the end of 2016. The major part of the work was completed in February 2018, but we’ve continuously made modifications and enhancements.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

What evidence can you share that demonstrates the impact of the engagement?

The doctors we’re working with have been impressed with the interface and ease of use of the application. The end-users of our application are pretty happy with it, and the number of users has been increasing by word of mouth. We're meeting our expectations in our market.

How did Aubergine Solutions perform from a project management standpoint?

Sarthak (co-founder & CTO, Aubergine Solutions) was initially the lead for our project; he interacted with us and managed the work, then assigned a project manager, who was always in touch. If there were any specific problems or inquiries, we were connected with the particular person in charge.

It was generally a smooth process. After the application went online, inquiries were solved within 2–3 hours and we had no problems. The timely response was very good, and the coordination among different team members was smooth. We didn’t face any issues or lapses in communication.

What did you find most impressive about them?

They not only have a development team, but also provide UI and UX design, which is not common with development companies. They combine both areas well and have a good amount of people in their team, which means the delivery time is not a concern.

Are there any areas they could improve?

They could come up with more additional features on their side. We’re not technical, so they could provide us with more feedback on what additions we could make to our product.

5.0

Overall ScoreThe experience was good and they’ve provided support after the application was done.

4.5Scheduling

ON TIME / DEADLINES

Scheduling and feedback were more-or-less on time, but there's room for improvement.

5.0Cost

Value / within estimates

The cost is comparable to other developers. We got good value for money.

Aubergine developed the UX of a site and an online, responsive score feature. They configured the feature to connect to various social media platforms.

The Reviewer

11-50 Employees

India

Bijoy Patel

Managing Director, CompuBrain

Verified

the reviewer

Managing Director, CompuBrain

Bijoy Patel

Information Technology

11-50 Employees

India

Online Review

The client submitted this review online.

Verified

4.5

Quality:

5.0

Schedule:

5.0

Cost:

3.5

Willing to refer:

4.5

the review

"Aubergine team was always available to talk about challenges and new requirements."

Jun 06, 2018

The Review

Feedback summary:

The UX and designs Aubergine developed were delivered on top and high quality. Aubergine's ability to listen closely to feedback and adapt their designs fluidly was impressive. Their professional demeanor and organizational skills set them up for future engagement.

the review

I am the managing director of CompuBrain and the founder of Social Media 2.0.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

For what projects/services did your company hire Aubergine Solutions Pvt. Ltd.?

We developed a scoring mechanism for social media known as CBScore. We hired Aubergine Team to help us with the UX design of this platform.

What were your goals for this project?

We wanted an end-to-end UX design for the platform and create a scoreboard feature across multiple social media platforms. We also wanted users to have the ability to compare their scores and view trends in various industries.

SOLUTION

How did you select this vendor?

We asked them for a one-page report design and were impressed with their speed and quality. We were convinced that they would do a great job.

Describe the project in detail.

Aubergine developed the UX and an online, responsive score feature. They configured the feature to allow users to look up their scores and compare them to industry trends on social media platforms. Design-wise, we started with one page, added a couple of interactions to it, and it gradually grew it into a bigger platform.

What was the team composition?

The team consisted of their lead designer and a UX designer.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

Can you share any outcomes from the project that demonstrate progress or success?

Their team was very fast and easily adapt their designs to new requirements.

How effective was the workflow between your team and theirs?

Aubergine team was always available to talk about challenges and new requirements. They listened to our feedback seriously and came back with all the changes that were requested. They also have clearly defined reasons behind all the decisions they took, even the smaller ones. They conducted meetings and kept us updated. Their team was professional and delivered everything on-time.

​​​​​​What did you find most impressive about this company?

We were impressed by their commitment to quality deliverables and delivering on-time.

4.5

Overall ScoreI am extremely satisfied with the ownership they took on for my project.

5.0Scheduling

ON TIME / DEADLINES

They were always available for discussions, clear with the requirements, and listened to feedback.

3.5Cost

Value / within estimates

The cost was a little high, but worth the quality.

5.0Quality

Service & deliverables

Their quality exceeded our expectations.

4.5NPS

Willing to refer

I am planning to work with them on another project very soon and very likely to recommend them.

Aubergine Solutions is building an online property management system using SQL. Key features include rental property status, maintenance tracking, and reporting functionalities.

The Reviewer

51-200 Employees

Austin, Texas

Joseph Mansour

Principal, Accord Interests, LLC

Verified

the reviewer

Principal, Accord Interests, LLC

Joseph Mansour

Real Estate

51-200 Employees

Austin, Texas

Phone Interview

A Clutch analyst personally interviewed this client over the phone.

Verified

5.0

Quality:

5.0

Schedule:

5.0

Cost:

5.0

Willing to refer:

5.0

the review

"The team has integrity and has created solutions to solve unforeseeable software problems."

Apr 09, 2018

The Review

Feedback summary:

Thus far, Aubergine’s solution works well and is virtually bug-free. Their willingness to be available during nonstandard work hours, overall conscientiousness, and dedication to finding innovative answers to difficult problems exemplify their customer-centric approach.

the review

A Clutch analyst personally interviewed this client over the phone. Below is an edited transcript.

BACKGROUND

I am the owner of Accord Interest LLC, a real estate development firm.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

What challenge were you trying to address with Aubergine Solutions Pvt. Ltd.?

We needed to develop proprietary software with a rent-roll module that allows different cycles of rental within a single business unit.

SOLUTION

What was the scope of their involvement?

They developed an internet-based property management system with SQL. While the system is still in development, Aubergine Solutions has already built in a trial balance capability; rental unit scheduling; rental property status tracking; a to-do management system; and maintenance request tracking.

What is the team composition?

We worked with the CTO and a team of programmers.

How did you come to work with Aubergine Solutions Pvt. Ltd.?

Our CTO worked with the CTO of Aubergine before and thought they could help with our project.

How much have you invested with them?

We invested $100,000 so far and expect to invest more.

What is the status of this engagement?

We started around March 2016 and the engagement is ongoing.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

What evidence can you share that demonstrates the impact of the engagement?

The modules are not yet complete, but Aubergine is very conscientious about experimenting with features and has continued to work very hard. The automated testing for the system has been conducted on smaller properties with minimal bugs or hiccups.

How did perform from a project management standpoint?

We have a postitive working relationship. Not only do our CTO and theirs communicate well (often via a third-party screen sharing service), our respective teams do as well. Their English skills are good and they accommodate us in being available to U.S. time zones.

What did you find most impressive about them?

The team has integrity and has created solutions to solve unforeseeable software problems.

Collaborating with multiple in-house engineer teams, Aubergine Solutions designed and developed a BLE companion app to track activity and statistics. The team provides ongoing maintenance and upgrades.

The Reviewer

1-10 Employees

Chicago, Illinois

Ryota Sekine

COO, Cubii

Verified

the reviewer

COO, Cubii

Ryota Sekine

Health, Wellness, & Fitness

1-10 Employees

Chicago, Illinois

Online Review

The client submitted this review online.

Verified

4.5

Quality:

4.5

Schedule:

4.5

Cost:

4.5

Willing to refer:

4.5

the review

"Aubergine Solutions exceeds expectations."

Apr 06, 2018

The Review

Feedback summary:

Aubergine delivered a seamless, user-friendly solution that is technically sound and scalable for future needs. Motivated, reliable, and proactive in anticipating problems, the team performs beyond the typical development firm by independently supplementing given requirements as needed.

the review

I am the COO and product manager for a Chicago-based compact fitness machine manufacturer. Our company has been shipping products throughout North America and Europe for two and a half years. I am responsible for supply chain operations, customer experience, and product development.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

For what projects/services did your company hire Aubergine Solutions Pvt. Ltd.?

In the summer of 2014, our company concluded a successful Kickstarter campaign for a Bluetooth Low Engergy (BLE)-equipped compact fitness machine. The following year, we engaged Aubergine Solutions to help us design and develop a mobile app for iOS and Android that tracks activity statistics transmitted from the machine. Since the product’s formal launch in January 2016, Aubergine Solutions continues to assist us with subsequent version upgrades, maintenance, and quality assurance.

What were your goals for this project?

Our goal was to produce a user-friendly, navigable companion application for the machine. We also needed scalability in the software application for future increases in hardware sales.

SOLUTION

How did you select this vendor?

As an early-stage company with limited funding and fresh off our Kickstarter campaign, we decided to outsource the majority of our development functions to an external team rather than use in-house resources. We were extremely lucky to have found Aubergine. We asked them for an initial mockup of the app, and the design and development teams delivered a solid product, creating a mockup that not only considered the UX and aesthetics, but technical feasibility as well. Seeing the quality of work they were capable of confirmed our decision.

Describe the project in detail.

We built the frontend experience, the BLE connection, the backend database, and the API for app-to-server communication, and Aubergine worked alongside our U.S.-based electrical, firmware, and hardware engineers to create an integrated system that seamlessly connects our exercise hardware device to the app’s software.

What was the team composition?

Their team consisted of a project manager, an iOS developer, an Android developer, a backend developerand a UI/UX designer.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

Can you share any outcomes from the project that demonstrate progress or success?

With Aubergine Solutions as our development partner from the beginning, we have had a successful product on the market for over two years.

How effective was the workflow between your team and theirs?

Our teams communicated regularly with weekly calls that included a pre-meeting agenda and post-meeting summary. I was also in direct contact with Sarthak Dudhara (CTO, Aubergine Solutions), who does a great job keeping his team motivated and accountable.

What did you find most impressive about this company?

Aubergine Solutions exceeds expectations. Most development firms are very good at building what the client tells them to; very few go beyond the specified scope to offer recommendations that address potential pitfalls in security, quality control and scalability. Functioning in a CTO capacity, I trust Aubergine Solutions to compensate for gaps in my instruction or requirements without explicit direction.

Are there any areas for improvement?

Aubergine Solutions has provided a great experience over the past three years. One area of improvement, however, is in identifying with customers who come to us with troubleshooting inquiries. This feedback applies to all development teams, in-house or outsourced. Customers are often averse to providing a lot of supporting data in the troubleshooting process, so it is imperative that teams develop creative solutions with a limited amount of information.

4.5

Overall Score

4.5Scheduling

ON TIME / DEADLINES

They follow up promptly with the client to ensure the project continues to progress.

4.5Cost

Value / within estimates

They offer a great cost performance.

4.5Quality

Service & deliverables

They are an accountable team that constantly strives to improve themselves and the product.

4.5NPS

Willing to refer

Sarthak Dudhara is a really good technology executive who cares about his clients and employees. He fosters a good culture.